ESA has created a virtual library of magic books to give an in-depth view of European space programmes. The visitor can leaf through these interactive computer demonstrations made in the form of books. Each book has a commentary and can be opened by a cursor or with a touch screen.

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Space: the new frontier
A summary of Europe’s contribution to the International Space Station, ISS, including the space research laboratory Columbus and an unmanned space transport vehicle, the ATV. This interactive books show also experiments carried out in conditions of we...

Reaching for the skies
Thanks to its family of launchers, ESA has independent access to space bringing many benefits in scientific and technological fields such as greater knowledge of our solar system, better navigation and telecommunication systems, and the ability to mon...

The enigma of life
How did life originate on Earth, was it brought by comets or did it evolve through other processes? By following the story of life on Earth, this magic book explores our solar system and possible new worlds.
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The secrets of the Universe
Supernovae, black holes, stars, galaxies and other celestial objects in the cosmos emit light. Powerful, multi-spectral telescopes allow scientists to study this radiation and gain a better understanding of how the Universe began and evolves.
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Satellites keeping watch over the Earth
Our constantly changing planet is being monitored from space to help scientists understand global change and resolve environmental issues. Earth observation satellites also supply stunning and often surprising views of our Earth from an altitude of 80...